Abraham's Tithe

We have a completely different and much better relationship with God than Abraham had. It calls for a totally different way of living and giving—led by the Spirit and tailored to each person uniquely and individually.

Consider the differences between a believer in Jesus Christ and Abraham:

Abraham had not been redeemed by the blood of Jesus.1

Abraham's sins were not remitted (totally forgiven and washed away) they were only temporarily covered and overlooked.2

Abraham had not been baptized into Christ by the Holy Spirit.3

Abraham was not in an actual spiritual union with God.4

Abraham's old nature had not been crucified with Christ.5

Abraham had not been born again and spiritually re-created with God's own divine nature in him.6

Abraham was not a son of God with the same standing as Jesus Christ in God's family.7

Abraham had not been made the righteousness of God. (His faith was only counted for righteousness.)8

Abraham could not say, “It is Christ that lives in me.”9

Abraham was not the temple of God. God did not dwell in him.10

Abraham did not have the indwelling Holy Spirit to lead him.11

Abraham had not been delivered out of the power of darkness and translated into the kingdom of God's Son.12

Abraham had not been made alive with Christ, raised up with him, and seated with him at the Father's right hand.13

Abraham had not been blessed with every spiritual blessing in heavenly places in Christ.14

Abraham was not a joint owner of all things through spiritual union with the resurrected Christ.15

Abraham did not have access to all authority in heaven and earth through the name of Jesus.16

Abraham could not do the same works as Jesus and even greater works that Jesus said we would do, nor could he grow up into full stature in Christ.17

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God bless you richly!!!! This book has been by far one of the most enriching experiences of my
Christian journey. I have been a youth pastor, elder, minister, worker, you name it, I have done
it, but never ever has the word of God been so plainly and clearly given. I have bought the book
and I have will share it and this website with whomever I can!!! Again, God bless you richly.

K.D.

I am impressed with the book. As a church Pastor I would like to put some of these books into
the hands of others in my circle of influence. … My thinking has been moving toward your views
for perhaps two years. … Your book has enlightened and confirmed what I and some associates have
been talking about for some time.

Thank you, D.S.

Matthew, I have 2 copies of your book. I know you will get a lot of flack, but this is one book
that was needed by the church. I believe in tithing that comes from the heart, and not by twisting
a persons arms. I've been a Christian for 59 years, raised in church. As stated in your book, where
people can follow their heart the local church has always had plenty of money! Some churches I have
attended are always short of funds and OT tithing is compulsory if you are a member. I pray that
this book will become a great seller. God bless you.

D.B.

I loved your book. I once was in total bondage to tithing. I've been set free from this for
the last three or four years. I really think your book is timely. I am recommending it and your
web site to as many who will listen.

M.R.

Your book on “Tithing. . .” is a keeper. We would like to link to your site from ours. As I
read through it, I saw many of the same things that George and I have been writing about. We
seek to follow the Spirit and God's heart in what we write. We long to see His people walk in
the full Sonship of the Father, freely fellowshipping in the Sprit and set free form all forms
of religious bondage and law keeping.

M. & G., www.awildernessvoice.com

What a breath of fresh air! I have been struggling for so long on tithing and other OT topics.
Our pastor has used all those admonishments for tithing; I had a hard time returning to the OT and
Malachi when the NT says we are no longer under law, but under Grace! Tradition stands in the way
of our freedom in Jesus Christ!

Y.K.

Thank God, someone has finally written a right now, right to the point truthful book about
tithing. I have just finished reading the book, and did so at one sitting. I was thrilled with
every page. Freedom rings!!! I wish every person calling themselves by the name “Christian”
would read this book with an open mind and let the truth sink deep into their souls. What a
difference it would make in their growth in the Lord Jesus.

Not only does it set you free from any dregs of bondage over the “obligation”, but it sets
you free to become more of what God has planned for you. Praise God!!! I know this has cost
you a great deal and will cost you even more as the religious world “stones the messenger.”
But know this… every child of God who will read this and accept the truth contained in this
book will thank you and every Son of God rejoices that it is revealed. May God bless you richly
in your service to Him.

L.O.

Thanks so much for writing this important book for our time. We pray its message will set
many Christians free from the legalism of tithing and also help many to see what Christ has
already accomplished for them through His death and resurrection (forgiveness for sins and
deliverance from the power of sin through the exchanged life - His life for ours). Your chapters
on the latter were very scriptural and logical and we pray this revelation of our Lord's full
atonement on our behalf will free and empower many in the fulness of our Lord Jesus Christ.

In Christ, P. N. - Kaneohe, HI

I've just finished studying your book on Tithing, in doing my own study to give to my Tithing-teaching
pastors. It is excellent - the best book on the subject I've come across, and I will be recommending it
to others, so I just had to write and say THANK YOU!

J.G. - New Zealand

I just wanted to say a big “thank you” to Matthew Narramore for writing the book on tithing. This
book goes on my list of one of my favorite books, mostly because of the freedom it has brought me.
Even before I read this book, many of the same truths that are in this book began to come to mind for
me. God, indeed, had prepared me for His truth contained in this book. I recommend this to every Christian.
God is indeed on the move to get His Church in a place to be all that Jesus died so that we could be.
God bless, and thank you again.

Mrs. D.P. - Strawberry Plains, TN

We ordered and received your book about tithing from Seedsowers. AWESOME!

Some background: When my wife and I got our first computer, it already had BibleSoft on it.
I, just for the sake of confirming what I believed about tithing, researched it out in the New Testament.
Little was I prepared for what I got out of it. The only time tithing was even mentioned by a disciple
in post-resurrection life was Hebrews 7. Then I saw in Dt 12 that the people were to eat their own tithe
in the place that God told them to place the tabernacle of Moses.

This was in 1995, and since then I've felt like I was in limbo. If I tithed, I couldn't believe the
promises, and if I didn't, I felt condemned, for I had no confirming voice. As said in the book, no one
tells the stories of those who prosper without tithing, because no one gains from it. Now, with this book
and its well-researched and simply put points, I have the boldness to proclaim us to be what we are - free
from the fear of not tithing, free from the curse of the Law, and free from religion's grasp on our money.
Freedom to follow God's Spirit is my lifestyle, and freedom to receive finances just because I ask God the
Father in Jesus' name is my future. And my future starts now. Many blessings to you all for standing up and
proclaiming the (unpopular yet scriptural) truth!

In him, J.

How thrilling to read such a book! It served as a much-needed confirmation of my personal walk
with God. The only positive aspect of a lifetime exposed to and affected by organized religion is
that organized religion itself proves it is just that--organized religion and NOT the instrument of
God it purports to be. It seems to be getting worse--the organized “church” scene. …What are God's
people to do? There seems to be no leadership anymore.
Religious, controlling, false prophets are the majority. I hear the bleating of lambs and sheep all
around! Perverted leadership, perverted gospel being pedaled/sold--the snake-oil salesmanship tactics
used is so obvious---as Francis Schaeffer (author) asked “HOW SHOULD WE THEN LIVE?” Truly, I am sick
at heart and in my Spirit today--but THANK YOU FOR YOUR BOOK ON TITHING--it spoke to much more than
just the fallacy of tithing.

C.T.

Greeting in the wonderful precious name of our Lord Jesus. Brother what can I say! Your timely
message to the Body of Christ is long overdue! Blessed be the Lord for choosing such a time as this
to reveal His Truth to His Zion (His people). I believe God is preparing His saints for the greatest
moves of God's outpouring of His Spirit in these last days, and His people will be more than willing
to give for the extending of His Kingdom here in earth; until it overflows and no one is going to
restrain them from giving anymore. As He promises “I am come that you may have life and life more abundantly”
Hallelujah, Amen. I am overwhelmed and excited what God is now doing all over the world with the release
of the Maturing sons of God. “Zion, your time has come, Arise and Shine for the Glory of God is upon you”
Thank you, thank you, thank you, my heart is full and may He bless you and yours with joy unspeakable and full of glory!

Brother E.C. & B.G

Thank you so much for your book. It really set me free. (I've been tithing for 30 years out of fear
and duty.) I've never felt it was a New Testament obligation but all of the churches that I've attended
and worked at always required me to practice tithing faithfully. The best part of your book though was
the exciting news of the finished work of the cross. It's funny how we are very aware of this when we
first become Christians but as we get involved in church we tend to lose sight of this wonderful truth.
I'm so thankful for you reminding me of this liberating truth through your book. Do you have any other
books that you have written on the wonderful truth of the finished work of the cross and our identity
as joint-heirs with Christ? Also, can you recommend any books or web-sites that would further explain
how to grow into mature sons of God. Thank you so much for your work and bravery in helping to set the
body of Christ free from bondage.

Sincerely, K.R.

Thank you, for writing this book on tithing. I spent 30 years in a church that taught three
tithes. I started reading on my own about ten years ago & came to the knowledge of the New Covenant
& Paul's teaching of Christ living in us.

R.W. - AL

I had always been tithing for decades until the recent two or three years, when I could no
longer bear to watch the ministers built their fancy Babel-towers church buildings in millions
of dollars for competition. Your book has loosed the heavy shackles of misquoted Scripture
chains on tithing off from my shoulders. God bless you.

B.C.

Excellent book. I believed the same but was confused by some using the scriptures before the
law. Now I understand. Give as He directs cheerfully and because I want and how much I want. He works in me to will .

P.

I purchased your book on tithing and am almost through with it. I find it a very enlightening
book and very scriptural. I have been born again since 1998, I use to tithe out of fear. When
my first child was born my wife quit work. We continued to tithe and we grew very deep into debt,
I had to use credit cards to buy food. I was discharged from the military for medical reasons and
was given a large severance that paid off all my debt. However, all heck broke loose. I had lost
my job, my wife was pregnant again. Things got worse, the baby died after birth. I continued to
tithe until recently, I found out it does not work. I now give by faith and give cheerfully. I
believe God's best is yet to come as he has already purchased all I need by His death, burial
and resurrection. Thanks for the very good book. I passed it on to a few good friends.

God bless, D.L. - VA

I have read your book during this Christmas break. Thanks a lot for your effort to pen
down this issue of tithing and also New Covenant teachings. I was under the system of mixture
of grace and law for the majority of my Christian life. Because of that, I was not growing as
I should. Around June this year, God in His mercy and grace has led me to listen to this pastor's
messages on grace in Singapore where I live in. He taught on a lot on grace and New Covenant
similar to what you mentioned with this exception on tithing. I disagree with him on that issue.
Your book covers more than the usual tithing sermons preached from pulpit. Thank you once again
and God richest blessings be upon you and your loved ones. Amen.

Sincerely, D.L. - Singapore

I am reading Matthew Narramore's book, Tithing: Low Realm, Obsolete and Defunct,
and I found out that you are providing it free of charge on the internet. I went
ahead and bought two more copies since I know many don't read online. However, I
have linked your webpage to my website for those who do, so they, too can read it online.

I am writing to thank you for your generosity in putting the book online. My purchase
of two more copies should be encouragement that online publication for free doesn't hurt
print sales. Thank you.

Sincerely, A.D.

I must admit that I was apprehensive before reading your book. A friend of mine at church
read it and gave me a copy to read. I kept putting off reading it, but each time I would see
him, he would ask if I had read it. … I was afraid that your book would be a negative slam
on the church. I do not want to slam the church but build it up. … But your book has brought
me great joy for that very reason. You are not slamming the church, only speaking the truth in
love. But the truth of who we are in Christ and what we have in Him is incredible! And that is
what you constantly lift up. That is why I find your writing so edifying. Idolatry is in the
church. Tithing is a sacred cow that is no better than any of the other idols in the Old
Testament. Yet, we are not as the Old Testament Prophets who bring judgement. We are to lift up
and encourage the body of Christ.

God bless you, A.D.

I haven't read the book yet. still waiting for it by post but I must say
that I give glory to God for your boldness. When I saw the title, I knew that
the Lord was at work. I have had very different views on the subject for many
years and perhaps have been a bit timid in sharing them widely so your book
title was definitely a 'turn on'. I have not been able to find any definite
instruction to that effect in the New Testament and thought it conflicted with
the spirit of the message that Jesus preached and all that Paul wrote on grace.

God bless you, W.I. - UK

Finally someone who teaches the truth about giving under the New Covenant.
If we could only get the ministers of the Gospel to see the truth about Giving,
the church would have more than enough money to propagate the Gospel in all
the world. God has greatly blessed me spiritually and materialistically since
I learned this truth from your book. I gave a copy to my pastor, and am hoping
God shows him the truth. Praise God for your Book.

A.F.

I would like to compliment you on your excellent Christ-centered
writing on the whole issue of tithing. Not having a religious background,
but always being prompted by the love of and to the Lord as to my giving, I
learned a lot from your book (the OT background is so entrenched in our
Christian thinking.)My spirit would always cringe when I saw television
pastors doing their storehouse fund raisings, etc.

K.M.

I agree. It is time to speak out. Tithing has become a fundraiser like
indulgences were in the days of Martin Luther.

P.E. - Tulsa, OK

I have recently completed the book. It started about two years ago when
I lost my job and had to decide to pay mortgage or tithe. To pay tithe and
be short on mortgage and trust God to make up the gap. I decided to pay mortgage.
I have been taught that if you tithe, and you are short on bills, not to worry
a check would be in the mail. Experience has taught me otherwise.

I struggled with the tithing question for a long time. My spiritual parents, Pastors, other
guest speakers, always taught on tithing and that it was obeying God if I did and
disobedient if I did not. After being unemployed I struggled, gave when
I could and felt somewhat guilty when I did not.

Finally, after glancing at a
Christian magazine one day, The Lord, yes The Lord drew my attention to a small
ad with Matthew's title. I went to the web site and investigated.
I was shocked, amazed and immediately ordered the book. I read the book and
my life has changed. I feel free and blessed that a truth has been revealed to me.

Now the hard part. After attending a few church services where individuals gave
testimony on how tithing saved them from crimes, allowed for checks to come in
the mail etc., I was vexed in my spirit, because this doctrine is taught from
mainline denominations to store front churches. The message on New Testament
giving needs to be promoted aggressively. In materialistic America, where greed reigns,
some will use the book and it's teaching to NOT give. I am curious to hear how
others have now been able to function in their own church or ministry that heavy promotes tithing.

S.J.

I am a strict Calvinist who has tithed all his life and independently
and through Scripture study come to the conclusion that the law of tithing
was fulfilled as part of the sacrificial system.

M.S.

I have the book on Tithing: Low Realm Obsolete & Defunct. I think the
information is outstanding and right. We are the righteousness of Christ,
the new covenant that came with Jesus Christ. But went to church today
and you know the tithing was taught and this happens every where at every
church. I feel like I am wrong, yet I know better. My husband and I have
been tithing for years, just like I read in your book about others. The
truth be told all over the world. Need help and prayers.

Regards, P.H.

Thank you for your personal response. It means a great deal that you took
the time to return my message. Your offer to read your book online is most
appreciated so much so that it moves me to purchase a copy to have on hand.

No I cannot imagine what sacrifice both financially and spiritually must
have taken place in order to write this book. But am very thankful that the
Lord has laid this subject on your heart.

Looking forward to reading this book along with God's Word. One last note,
just as the widow was praised for giving all that she had. It seems clear
to me that all that we have is the Lord's and therefore, at His service.

By His grace, U.Y.

After reading, Tithing: Low-Realm, Obsolete & Defunct, I wanted
to recommend the book to my friends. Even though I held similar views, I
found the book to be very insightful. It had a more thorough study than I
had personally done before. The book gave me a more scriptural understanding
as to what I perceived to be error in the current tithing teaching.

I believe this book is very much needed in the Body of Christ,
particularly in the United States of America where the double-minded,
legalistic, erroneous teaching of tithing abounds. Unfortunately, the
error of the tithing message is
also spreading around the world via television and satellite. However,
I believe the true gospel will prevail. Surely the book, Tithing:
Low-Realm, Obsolete & Defunct, is one of the tools the Lord is using
to counter the deception against the Body.

Although I recommended the book to different people, I decided to invite
some friends to my home for a book study. We met every other week for a total
of seven meetings. This gave us time to discuss what we read in an open
discussion format.

While I think reading the book independently is very good, I also think
the group format can be very helpful. I would especially recommend the group
format for individuals who may be considering the content of the book for the
first time. Here are some comments from the book study participants.

M.A.M. - Wichita, KS USA

It is Spirit-led impartation of God's truth, using an example of finances
that can be applied to so many aspects of our relationship with God. - B.C.

This book opened my eyes to the truth. One hundred percent of what I have
belongs to God. My righteousness is a gift, and it doesn't come from
contributing 10% of my paycheck. - N.D

This study has brought to light the truths about tithing in the Old
Testament, the law in general, and the difference between the Old Testament
believer and the New Covenant believer. The revelation of our full standing
with Jesus as sons of God was for me the pivotal moment in the study. I do
believe that people who read this book can be delivered from the legalism
which permeates Christian teaching today, and thus be free to walk in the
spirit and be led by the spirit in every aspect of their Christian life.
- K.N.

Tithing: Low-Realm, Obsolete & Defunct helped me reflect on
what church leaders say about tithing and examine what Christ (and the
Bible) wants in my relationship with Him. Tithing is a limited and often
disabling barrier to understanding God's grace and purpose in our lives.
This book helps to reveal the open door of freedom and abundance from living
in Christ. - P.S.

May God continue to bless your work in your book on tithing. I myself
was raised on the Old Testament tithe. After having questions and then
doing a word study in the Strong's concordance on the word tithe, I became
convicted of false teachings. …Thank you so much for your
devotion in this matter. I believe your book should be highlighted on TBN
and other networks for a mass revival. Your message has the potential to
restore and bring believers and non-believers to Jesus Christ.

In his name, M.N.

I have also studied this tithing doctrine, and like yourself have come
to the same conclusion. I spent 18 years of struggling under the law and
the legalism of the whole system that comes with it. I totally agree with
what you say about the New Covenant and rightly “dividing” the word of truth
also. Very well put. …I have spent many years in religion and have tried
to get free from the pharisaical fetters and chains many a time - the answers
are in the word, which sets us free. Hallelujah for the glorious “true gospel”
of grace in our Lord Jesus Christ!

Brother in Christ, C.M. - New Zealand

I wanted to thank you for writing the book on tithing and giving.
I ordered a copy from Amazon but also read your book online. It was
great! and I will continue to study the book when it comes. I have
been liberated from tithing for over 2 years, but unfortunately can
not find a church that does not teach tithing.

This past Sunday was
pretty challenging and I felt targeted by the pastor for not tithing.
I had such a hurtful feeling afterwards and spent most of the evening
Sunday and Monday all day trying to find any resources on the Internet
that would ground me again. This has happened several times in my walk,
each at differrent churches. I thank God for your book, it was the only
resource that I could find that perfectly put my heart at peace again.

I wish I could find a full gospel letters church that does not teach this
false doctrine. Unfortunately the doctrine of tithing is pretty widespread
and there are few believers one can talk to about it without being judged.
I thank you in the name of the Lord for your teaching, may God bless you!

M.B.

Greetings brother Matthew in Jesus name. Sorry for the late
reply. Our email system was down. I received your book
about a week ago. I must say I really enjoyed reading your
book. I am passing this book for other people to read as
well.

Tradition has really caused a lot of damage in the area of tithing.
The chapters on disinformation were nothing but the truth on scriptures
being used to get people to tithe their money. Most Churches in South
Africa have learnt the ways of the (name withheld) to manipulate
scriptures to get people to tithe money.

The good news is
that people are slowly coming to learn the truth about
tithing. You have really brought home some good points
that I really never taught off. Your book will certainly be
circulating in South Africa.

God bless, P.C. - South Africa

A very thought provoking book. Revolutionary in some aspects, but totally
freeing in spirit. It truly does break some of the chains of bondage. It
sets you free to walk at a new level of love with and in Christ. If
nothing more, it sweeps away the cobwebs of guilt and the clouds of
insecurity. Thank you Matthew for a new insight.

P.Y. - Scottsdale, Arizona

An excellent study, if this was evidence in a court of law Matthew would
win his case.

L.M. - Yuma, Arizona

I enjoyed your book on tithing. It had all the proof of why I'm not tithing
and haven't been for the past 1 1/2 years. I didn't go through the Bible as
you did, my aim wasn't to write a book. My aim was to see if God would still
bless me and meet my needs if I didn't tithe. He didn't stop blessing nor
has He stopped meeting my needs.

The only difference now is that I'm no longer
under shame or fear or the bondage of man. I can now give freely as the Holy
Spirit leads me and it's not always money He leads me to give. Many times I
don't give anything and He blesses me so much I'm in awe of His love of
wanting to bless me. Before I was always trying to pay for it or giving out of fear
that I wasn't good enough.

Your book gave me the Bible based teaching I needed.
I was saying YES, YES, YES, all the way through. Would like to read it again
and give a copy to as many friends as I can . . . it's GREAT to be FREE ! ! !

Thank you, T.M. - Yuma, Arizona

Dive right in, why don't ya, brother!! It's mind blowing to see this in
print you can't hardly believe someone has dared to say this. Made my
heart race and want to read on to see how you were going to support the
statement.

Good! This long list (Disinformation Topics) begins to reveal and expose
the subtle yet burdensome yoke of the law of the tithe. Most Christians
are probably not aware of just how many little ball-and-chains have been
attached to them.
Then all of a sudden in print they see more than twenty doctrinal whips
that have been used to beat
them into tithing, just so that they can try to get something that already
belongs to them because of God's faithfulness.

A.R. - Graham, North Carolina

I have the book on Tithing: Low Realm, Obsolete & Defunct. I think the
information is outstanding and right. We are the righteousness of Christ,
the New Covenant that came with Jesus Christ. But went to church today
and you know the tithing was taught and this happens every where at every
church. I feel like I am wrong, yet I know better. My husband and I have
been tithing for years, just like I read in your book about others.
The truth be told all over the world. Need help and prayers.